Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) Arizona

Position Overview

The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) for the Arizona facility plays a critical leadership role within Gifthealth’s GLP-1 program. This individual is responsible for the regulatory, clinical, and operational oversight of the pharmacy and will ensure strict compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws while maintaining a patient-focused dispensing model tailored to GLP-1 medications.

As the senior licensed pharmacist on-site, the PIC will supervise all pharmacy operations, manage controlled substance compliance, and partner with the Director of Pharmacy to support large-scale pharmacy fulfillment initiatives. This role is essential in maintaining quality standards and ensuring the success of a high-volume, highly regulated pharmacy environment.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

• Serve as the pharmacy’s designated Pharmacist-in-Charge with the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy.
  


• Ensure full compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws, DEA regulations, and DSCSA requirements.
  


• Lead regulatory audits and inspections, maintain up-to-date licensure and DEA registration, and oversee all pharmacy records.
  


• Develop and maintain SOPs aligned with pharmacy law, cold chain requirements, and Gifthealth’s internal compliance standards.
  
  

GLP-1 Program Integration

• Work directly with the Director of GLP-1 to align pharmacy workflow, staffing, and clinical policies with program objectives.
  


• Support initiatives specific to GLP-1 medications, including cold chain handling, titration protocols, and patient adherence strategies.
  


• Collaborate on packaging, automation, inventory, and fulfillment models optimized for GLP-1 volume and compliance.
  
  

Clinical Oversight & Patient Safety

• Review prescriptions for accuracy, clinical appropriateness, and legal compliance.
  


• Oversee dispensing, counseling protocols, adverse event reporting, and product recalls.
  


• Ensure quality assurance and patient safety processes are executed without exception.
  
  

Operational Workflow & Leadership

• Manage day-to-day pharmacy operations, including technician oversight, RPH workflow, and prescription throughput.
  


• Ensure proper cold chain storage, controlled substance inventory management, and packaging workflow adherence.
  


• Support staffing models and scheduling to ensure coverage and compliance at all times.
  


• Implement process improvements in partnership with the General Manager and Director of GLP-1.
  
  

Staff Management & Development

• Supervise pharmacists, interns, and technicians, including training, coaching, and compliance adherence.
  


• Maintain a culture of accountability, performance, and patient-first thinking.
  


• Support internal audits, training initiatives, and expansion of pharmacy programs under the GLP-1 umbrella.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Arizona Pharmacist license (required).
  


• Minimum 5 years of pharmacy experience; at least 1 year in a PIC or pharmacy leadership role.
  


• Demonstrated knowledge of Arizona Board of Pharmacy regulations, DSCSA, DEA compliance, and cold chain management.
  


• Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage cross-functional workflows in a high-volume environment.
  


• Experience with pharmacy management systems such as BestRx or equivalent platforms.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GLP-1 medications and associated workflow considerations.
  


• Previous experience in a mail-order or fulfillment pharmacy setting.
  


• Familiarity with automation, pharmacy KPI tracking, and high-growth environments.
  


• Clinical expertise in injectable medications and patient counseling.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus eligibility.
  


• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
  


• Reimbursement for license renewal and continuing education.
  


• Opportunity to lead within a mission-driven organization transforming pharmacy access.